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[@vcdrny]

Can we take a moment to appreciate this woman. She is literally taking on dogs that no one wants to groom. Giving them a chance. And the amount of love and care she puts on everything she does.

[@pitabury]

👏👏👏👏👏 AMEN!! Also, her sense of humor. She is hilarious!

[@HibouRondo]

💯👍🥰

[@BowieTheOctoBear]

And also Kudos to her for taking in dogs mostly twice her size...Poor Big Dogs rarely get a chance to have such a gifted groomer

[@NelloCambelli]

And she puts a little glamor in her episodes with her own grooming - beautiful nails today.

[@debbiesalisbury3242]

I agree with all of you,,this young lady shows these dogs respect like they have not had,,she portrays no fear,,probably because the dogs respect her back

[@lavenderwolf6]

A Newfie and poodle combo? LOL. He's a Noodle!! I love it! LOL 😅😂❤

[@CherylSimser]

I had a Schnoodle named Captain Noodle, Cappie for short, Schnauzer and Poodle mix. He has since passed but what fine little gentleman he was.

[@jrmckim]

Mini poodle at that

[@minneyruth]

Noodle 😂😂❤

[@Elizabeth-gy8ou]

Love noodles too.😂😂😂😂😂

[@DancingAngel2011]

Newdle?🤔😉💖🥰

[@nolagedeon]

As a vet of 43 years, I’ve found that trimming nails (by extension grooming) rear feet is usually easier and I start there so that if a battle starts over the front feet, at least 1/2 the job is already done. I advise owners of new puppies acclimate them to foot handling and allowing their mouth to be opened. What a difference that can make!

[@pebblesandwoowoo5924]

Thank you! I will start on the back feet in future! I always start at the front and although she's good she can get stressed so we do breaks.

[@Amber17051]

I absoluteley loooove how she treats the dogs like clients and not like objects❤❤❤

[@carladavis9033]

Yes definitely 💯🥰 she’s so calm and patient x

[@arete6285]

I have 3 rescue dogs who could not be groomed - a Great Pyrenees, a senior Husky German shepherd mix and a 1 year old German Shepherd mix. Because of this channel I have been able to make progress and get most things accomplished on my own. Girl With Dogs has been a game changer for me. Thanks for doing what you do!

[@a.katherinesuetterlin3028]

For real! Between Vanessa, and Jackson Galaxy, I have learned quite a bit about animal health, behavior (especially unforeseen traits that come out due to either accidental or irresponsible/backyard breeding), the necessity of early introduction to grooming and proper socializing. Vanessa's also got me researching on the American Kennel Club site, from time to time, about different breeds and their personality traits, just because I do want to get into fostering, in order to help animals find forever homes. It saddens me no end to hear about animals that get turned away from groomers or get returned to shelters because silly humans don't do research.

[@poisonapple6138]

​@@a.katherinesuetterlin3028you should add Shelby Dennis to your list of channels to watch! Her information on horse pain responses and behavior is applicable to most animals

[@LittleMissSyreid]

That's so wholesome to hear! I don't own my own dogs right now but I've been trying to learn lots about grooming for when I do own them. It's so heartwarming to hear that Vanessa's work is helping so many others despite me. I hope your little furbabies are doing okay (please give them many pets from me)

[@Alfakkin]

Great news 👏

[@Nobynoby2763]

"Rescue" = I fell for a scam and emotional manipulation from shelter workers who dont wanna put down another dog. Now i have this unruly beast that I'm too sympathetic to return.

[@vertderferk]

My neighbors have a double doodle. "Mom" wanted the fluff and was very resistant to grooming. Poor baby girl was getting some horrible matting. I and many others finally convinced her that the matting was painful and needed to be taken care of. Don't force your pet to be your ideal. Embrace the ideal that is your pet.

[@Thomas-zt7dm]

Ya it doesn’t help that some doodle’s coat literally needs to be shaved. I know so many that shed but trap all that shed hair in their coat so even if you’re brushing daily they’re bound to end up matted without consistent and pretty frequent attention from a groomer or an owner that has some knowledge on how to work matts out. Sadly too many pass them off as “a good first time dog” which is just flat out bs but it leads to a LOT of people who never brush their doodle

[@Bloodborne11639]

yep that is my mother too. and it's not like she cleans or grooms the dog.

[@angelicbeauty2695]

I am trying to tell this to my mom now. We are getting a German Shepherd. She already has in her mind what the dog is and isn't going to do. I keep telling her it doesn't work like that. I can already tell instead of the family dog thus will be my dog.😐

[@crescentmoonchild4031]

Well said

[@Circuit1004]

This almost happened with a neighbor of mine, they were a young couple with a baby on the way and they had just gotten a "miniature doodle" and they wanted the "dreads" look they saw on a tiktok and I had to explain to them that the dreads they saw on that dog was matts and if they let their dog get that way it would be in constant pain and would end up with bruising under the skin etc. Their dog now gets groomed professionally every week and has one of the most well maintained coats I've ever seen on a dog

[@barbaradumler6503]

i don't even have a dog but it is enjoyable watching how good she is with dogs.

[@jamesrader3329]

Yes. She deserves much more credit than shes given. She is an angel. She does such fantastic work on the worst of pets. And a thank you to her helper.

[@JohnBodoni]

Mother: Newfy. Father: Very ambitious mini poodle

[@vegasrenie]

With a ladder. 😅😅

[@syllith3077]

Lmao

[@tmcneil516]

😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@tmcneil516]

Napoleon Complex

[@wordzmyth]

She was definitely in full agreement for this to happen

[@gwirithil1]

Having worked with a small herd's worth of abused horses, I *love* how you praise the good behaviors and let him have destress moments. It's so lovely to see how you're able to take your time with these dogs and not only groom them but help them learn that grooming doesn't need to be a trauma.

[@elenalatici9568]

Positive reinforcement. The only way to go. I brought up my baby who was a stallion in the beginning. Like all stallions, especially babies, he nipped. For some reason he always went for my breasts, even when I was wearing a down jacket.I couldn't figure out how he knew where they were. I never, ever, punished him, I just ignored behaviors I didn't want. I did buy a vest, though. The people at the barn told me I was insane and didn't know anything about horses. This was in Italy where the horse world is about half a century behind the times. He eventually became the most beloved horse in the barn. He gave kisses to anyone who walked by. He was always welcoming to people. I got the best compliment ever from a farrier who said he could tell he was raised with kindness because he wasn't afraid of anyone or anything. The horse owners in the barn never criticized me again.

[@WasAndrewHere]

Aside from the child/baby tones she uses talking to dogs, her approach is something many people could learn from for dealing with humans! I would suggest watching her as training for managers in work environments, except I am afraid they would only see and learn the power dynamic. (You have to remember that most humans are equals, not dependants. Even people you have employment relationship with are a kind of equal. Kings are tyrants.) The important part here is the empathy. She clearly pays a lot of attention to their body language and tries to understand what they are feeling and why (aka empathy.) A lot of our behaviour is driven by an inner "dog-like" "animal" part of our brain. We may have higher level cognitive and executive thought. But those aspects of our mind take time and energy. Those are layered on top of a dog-like creature's mind. (All lessons I am trying to better learn and integrate myself!)

[@WasAndrewHere]

@@elenalatici9568 Good on you! It sounds like you took an excellent approach! Hopefully they learn from you! Negative reinforcement has it's place. However, most people don't know how or when to use it. It is better to focus on positive reinforcement as much as possible, otherwise negative reinforcement can become a crutch. You have to keep in mind the lesson you are teaching. Like if you spank a child who misbehaves. Are you teaching them not to misbehave, or are you teaching them that they should hit people who are smaller and weaker to assert dominance and get their way?

[@regular204]

This approach works on little humans too! As an elementary teacher, the biggest thing I would teach new teachers I was mentoring was that about 99% of negative behaviors can be corrected by simply ignoring them. Focusing on positive reinforcement almost always leads to success!

[@HAL-dm1eh]

Working with abused horses? I can't imagine how that must go. They seem to remember very well. My sister had a horse who was afraid of hats and bicycles specifically. He wouldn't let those things come anywhere near him, and we figured someone with those things was mean to him. She never could get him out of that fear.

[@tiaelina1090]

You have such a calm demeanour that is what nervous dogs needs. I hope the owners keep bringing him back to you as you can build and help him overcome his negative experiences. Great video, you are amazing and I love your videos

[@donnamalone9018]

I worked in a vet hospital for many years. Worked with several groomers who were very good. This woman is amazing.

[@ruthbrewer466]

As an older woman, when doodles started appearing at my dog park my first thought was “oh, I want one of those!”. Then, as I saw most of them happily jump on everybody, Enthusiastically and thoughtlessly hurling themselves about, I thought “never mind”.

[@homesteadgal4143]

Blame their upbringing (parents) and lack of training, not the dogs' breed or behavior. There are techniques to stop any dog from 'hurling', as you put it.

[@BassKittehz]

The things people like about doodles are 99% poodle traits. The fluffy hair, their friendly demeanour, intelligence, non shedding,.. then they cross other random breeds into it cause they think of poodles as FrooFroo dogs, but since no ethical breeder will let you use their dog for making mutts, they use the shittiest poodles and other dogs out there - resulting in those neurotic lunatics. lol I'm sure you'd still like a mini or standard poodle tho!

[@homesteadgal4143]

@@BassKittehz If you understood genetics and breeding, you would know that your percent-ratio is statistically impossible.

[@ruthbrewer466]

Yes. I love the well behaved standard poodles I’ve met at the park

[@samanthacallaway2276]

@@homesteadgal4143No no, they meant the things people like about doodles, or what they think doodles should be, are all traits that poodles already have.

[@4WhatItsWorth]

It always makes me laugh how, after the groom, they are just bounding around the backyard; happy as Larry, as if nothing even happened. All that nervous energy, stress & aggression is gone and they are back to being total goofballs. Dogs are so funny.

[@Skyesoceaneyes]

Dogs live in the moment.

[@jac3054]

Dogs are funny people.

[@lennarthagen3638]

Dogs are not very smart. Their smell is also disgusting.

[@honeybee-on9mc]

@@lennarthagen3638 if u hate dogs this much why are u here then 😂

[@lennarthagen3638]

@@honeybee-on9mc im just sayin. I do not hate them. Just sayin. Not smart. Terrible smell.

[@mariasenett5094]

I think her commentary is hilarious and educational. She is so nonsense and is real! She lets them know she is human and can feisty with these furkids but seriously what a saint! Thank God for people like you who don’t give up on these furbabies who cannot help their PTSD!

[@karenpanek687]

As a groomer of the ‘misfit toys’. I envy her freedom to trust her instincts

[@kimnavrotsky5278]

I am simply in awe of this groomer. 2 hours of literally trying to groom this very large mess of a dog while trying to “read” him so she can avoid being bitten. Amazing work !!

[@elizabethspear9551]

Me too. She's amazing

[@Pumpkingilmour]

Literally?

[@southernlainey9270]

@@Pumpkingilmour yes a word that is unnecessary!!

[@momofschnauzers]

Well once again, you managed to get the job done and make another dog comfortable and handsome.

[@rawlivingwithdisabilities]

She's such a Pro ❤

[@katb.6132]

The tail wags after the clip say soo much. What a sweet boy! ❤

[@Simulera]

Very impressed with your calmness and empathy with these animals. It really is a bit of a dog relationship master class.

[@FeralFenris]

For a “breed” that likes to cross everything with a dog as intelligent as a poodle, doodles don’t have a lot going on in their skull.

[@sweetlikechocolate437]

😄❤

[@Memow-pk1ng]

U mean " breeders", purposelybreed, these mixed mutts,. need to stop !! Many come from puppy mills, , go to pet stores, & who knows what th mix is... are not socialized , groomed, .. that's why have difficulty grooming

[@brutibear1423]

from working at a doggie daycare can 100% confirm

[@girlinvt]

Labradors used to be extremely intelligent. Unfortunately poor breeding practices have caused issues with health and intelligence

[@antiquegirl6505]

Yep. I have an Aussiedoodle. Australian Shepherds & Poodles are both incredibly smart but this girl has 2 brain cells with static cling issues. She also has serious ADHD issues when she gets into a new environment. There is just so much energy that has no concept of "how to cope." She is so eager to please sometimes, that she just vibrates. We have found some calming chews with non-CBD ingredients that help her calm down, if we know ahead of time, that there is a need for them [ie.grooming or vet trips, dog park, fireworks, etc].

[@ohitsclemenTIME]

"Don't ask me how that happened". It happened because of backyard breeders creating designer breeds for profit. Absolutely disgusting tbh because these dogs end up with a bunch of medical issues

[@douggreen9433]

Absolutely right , the thought of it drives me properly mad.

[@glyniscoleman4813]

Also behavior issues as well they are just in it for the money no cares about improving the breeds

[@Tahra555]

Not defending backyard breeders- but there are ton of pure bred dogs that have medical conditions too. I wish people would stop breeding dogs with medical conditions.

[@PeachWookiee]

Mommy dog had to be a Newfie and daddy dog was a Mini… and I have to applaud said daddy’s… ingenuity.

[@sailormoan3988]

​@@Tahra555people need to stop breeding in general. Millions of dogs are euthanized each year because of over population.

[@GorgyPorgy65]

It's crazy how relaxing this is ...to watch. Can't say I would like to be eye to eye with a dog that I don't know, and don't know if it bites. Awesome job.

[@jdesigns5945]

He looked very full of energy and such a gorgeous dog. Groomer is a hero! Wow she’s amazing.

[@ohitsclemenTIME]

I have a Newfoundland and backyard breeders started marketing these "newfiedoodles" as newfies with less shedding and that's absolutely not true. Doodles still shed but because of their coat, it just stays in place and you really need to brush it out. But these people don't do that and then the dogs get super matted. Newfies don't need to be mixed with doodles. And it makes me so angry that these irresponsible people do this.

[@ultraviolettas]

I have a standard newfiedoodle because I’m allergic to many breeds of dogs but wanted a Newfoundland to raise and train to be my mobility support dog. He is the most kind, endearing, gentle, loving, sensitive, tolerant, chill boy in the world. He doesn’t have a single mean, aggressive or even defensive bone in his body 🥲

[@BassKittehz]

You can tell how little those people know about genetics and breeding simply based on the fact that they think they can just magically suck the "non shed gene" out of a poodle, infuse it into whatever breed on the planet and make them "no maintenance" life-size stuffed animals. lol It honestly baffles me. Like.. if a black person and a white person have a baby, they can't say "I only want our baby to have the adorable brown eyes and gorgeous skin, but mom's straight blonde hair." either. So.. why would that work with dogs? lol

[@Raelven]

There is no dog that doesn't shed. The ones that appear to shed either matt, or shed but not individual hairs.

[@samanthacallaway2276]

@@RaelvenThat’s part of the problem, the curly hairs she’d but instead of coming out like most dogs, it mats even quicker then they would on a poodle.

[@Brasswatchman]

Yeah, but how many of them are breeding using *toy* poodles? I really have to doubt Barney happened intentionally.

[@karenhirschfeld3259]

I have had 3 Newfies in my life all were patient and bomb proof. My kids as babies and toddlers were all over them and I never heard them growl. The idea of mixing one with a poodle is so wrong! The curly hair with that double coat, what a night mare. You did an incredible job with him. Love your channel, and yes I subscribed,

[@Memow-pk1ng]

Start from A. to Z add poo or poodle, every breed has been "doodled"! Need to stop this byb of mutts , just for profit! Tho this may been accident,.. all pets should be spayed/ neutered !!

[@marydillonsalai8985]

I absolutely agree with this. Why ruin two great standalone breeds by mixing them? I see no improvement in this cross. The behavior problems in doodles caused by neglectful owners is disgusting to me. Why ask for trouble because you have no concept of what an appropriate breed for pet is beyond what is trendy at the time?

[@lucyadams5739]

Not all héros wear capes. to give these dogs so much relief and also a positive moment while also spreading the knowledge to the world what to expect with these breeds, its fantastic, thank you for your service.

[@carolined5923]

Barney looks quite stressed, well done for helping him and he was so good, his waggy tail is so cute and he looks great

[@tomperkins6389]

I have a 4-1/2 month Barbet puppy. Based on much of what I've learned from you, he gets brushed and combed out every day to prevent matting. I wasn't as diligent with my previous dogs but they were never neglected, just not attended to at home as frequently. He is due for his first grooming in a week or two and I'm hoping all the work I do will help the groomer have an easier job. Thank you for all you do and for the tremendous knowledge you've brought to your subscribers.

[@jellen7332]

that is what I said... owners need to brush them everyday... and maybe bath them once a week... always making sure you get all the shampoo out of their hair or they will get like hives.. dry skin... I am Never having a long hair dog again... Dog hair everywhere!! Nope

[@parkerbrown-nesbit1747]

​@@jellen7332short haired breeds are worse. Both my Lab/Mastiff mix and my Belgian Malinois mix shed constantly. Far more than my Border Collie/English Springer Spaniel/Shetland Sheepdog mix.

[@Memow-pk1ng]

Barbet( Bar Bay) related to Poodle, Be hard,.. French water retrieving .. good are brushing often, th coat is similiar to Poodle, thick, curly * BRIARD*

[@Memow-pk1ng]

@@jellen7332 depends on breed, once week , is too often, & U need right shampoo, for type coat, dry, oily, .. had dobies, short haired , she'd in spring, & fall, as ALL do

[@Memow-pk1ng]

@@parkerbrown-nesbit1747 yes sure do, but are easier, no matting like long, curly,

[@thecatherd]

Newfie + mini poodle?? 😂 What a mix. Definitely did not get the Newfie chill.

[@katie195]

They have no idea what breed he is. Please stop breeding these crazed mixes. This woman is one in a million:::

[@BassKittehz]

Doodle people will mix any giant breed like BMD, Newfie etc with mini and toy poodles to sell the dogs as "mini teddy bear versions" of the big breed.. obv genetics don't work like that.

[@looloo4029]

@@BassKittehzare they using artificial insemination? Can’t imagine it happening naturally 😂

[@SinfulKitty]

newfies are only chill when theyre old sadly. i know one two year old newfie and one 6 month old and they are crazy

[@redwitch12]

@@looloo4029 You'd be absolutely amazed by the ingenuity of small male dogs when it comes to climbing that particular mountain >.> :D

[@margaretmacinnes1519]

You made what could have been a sad frightening procedure, something that did not traumatize him. He was more reasonable than many of your other clients who loose it completely. Congratulations 😄 He seemed happy and proud of his new cut, and of himself too♥️🎃

[@dianegood27]

This boy looks amazing! I don’t know what else you wanted to do but what a beauty when you were done. Truly a magic show watching you transform these dogs into beauty contestants! ❤❤❤❤

[@mritzs5142]

The more Vanessa does, the more Barney realizes how good he is starting to feel and that someone is actually making him feel good what a wonderful revelation.. almost makes me cry I’m glad I caught this extra channel and I need to watch more of your other channel

[@TheRealBambihooves]

He is sooo beautiful! Vanessa is insanely good with these animals, and she has an angel's soul. 😮

[@chrisohagan8131]

They seem to know its for the best.

[@GaellisDarling]

Question: what’s her other channel? I’d love to watch it.

[@holyhellion69]

​@@GaellisDarlingher other channel is girl with the dogs

[@PamMinnick]

You could tell just how happy he was having all of the matted hair gone at the end with his happy pouncing outside. 😂

[@tokul76]

Sometimes his tail was ready to destroy enclosure even during grooming.

[@DonnaBragg61]

I have a Labradoodle that loves going to the groomer. You handled Barney so well. I used to assist a groomer years ago in a petshop and I know it is no easy task. I hope his humans keep up with him being groomed so he doesn't get matted so badly and eventually becomes more relaxed. Btw...new subscriber to your channel. I love the fact you take on difficult cases. Thanks for all you do! 😊💕

[@mareofmaers3590]

Your videos are both educational on dog grooming and just very pleasant to watch! It's like those deep clean carpet videos but with doggos.

[@CarrieMK]

I love how you essentially run a debugging operation for dog grooming. 😂

[@jeno264]

😂💖

[@iciclecold2991]

I was thinking the same thing!

[@orchidrose1410]

what I find really impressive about her is the fact that she's not just a groomer, she's an animal behavior expert as well. Just in the time I've been watchin her channels, I have noticed that other groomers on youtube and ticktock, are not like her. Her grooming sessions are a form a therapy for dogs who've had that negative experience with grooming because she understands their triggers. Because she understands them, they can heal and their owners can learn what to watch for in "just a groomer" in the future and make the best grooming decisions for their pets!❤

[@lindaseel9986]

Truth, well spoken. This is also why I like this channel.

[@fiberpoet6250]

A good pet groomer is also an animal behavior expert. It’s a big part of what we do. Unfortunately too many groomers have fallen into Cesar Malone’s methodologies and it’s way outdated and based off of training military dogs in WW2 not how to treat household pets. His methods unfortunately create trauma in the dogs In a grooming setting. The dog doesn’t need to be dominated. They need to be comforted. And unfortunately so many groomers have fallen into his shit, and it’s traumatic, outdated, and creates behavior issues and negative associations with Grooming. Always always ask if your groomer subscribes to Cesar’s methods. If they say yes, which a lot of them are proud of it, then take your pet somewhere that doesn’t.

[@blackcosmos]

Barney acted a lot better than I had anticipated & hats off to you the groomer u made the dog feel safe as well as u empowered him immensely. Kudos to u & your great work ✨

[@berthaford2152]

Thank you for posting this video. Proper and timely grooming seems to be so important for dogs like Barney that need it. I hope people who get those type of dogs understand that and make regular grooming a part of their dog care budget. Love your patience and kindness towards Barney. He is so handsome now after his grooming makeover.

[@mary-ruthflores4107]

Regarding ear plucking, I only had one dog that had to have her ears plucked was my mini schnauzer, and the groomer plucked a very few hairs at a time. She had chronic ear infections when there was no plucking. But out of 4 dogs I owned, she was the only one who needed it. My groomer said most dogs don’t need it

[@LegendHold1]

I would agree, it's not for every dog. I've taken to using a rounded tip ear scissor to just clean out and trim back any excessive ear hair. That works even better I find to allow air in and not cause skin irritation.

[@Memow-pk1ng]

Poodles do, or will getknots, & no air

[@bch7905]

Must be a schnauzer thing, mine also had to be plucked, his hair grew SO much in there and sometimes quicker than his beard and legs by the time for the next groom. Fortunately never had an ear infection, and he luckily didn't have issues with his ears being messed with.

[@theyoutubehandlefeaturesucks]

One of my favorite things about you is that you're actually caring about how the dog feels during the groom. So many KZbin groomers don't address the dog's anxiety at all, they don't try to make them feel better if they're stressed. No 'good boy' or pets or treats like you're doing. It gives the feeling that you actually like your job. Keep it up 💜

[@allym2787]

Right? I've tried watching a few other groomers and just couldn't take watching the dogs stressing out so badly

[@Memow-pk1ng]

Mary Beth, Rovers Makeover, in Oklahoma, one I watch, she. also gives personal care, & Dede in Texas does very agressive dogs, cats, turned away by others. Never take to big Corp. , Petsmart, Petco. where amateurs do assembly like, many work on one dog, is stressful for some dogs,

[@PamMinnick]

​@@allym2787I only watch her channel when it comes to dog grooming also, she also has a fun personality to go along with her patience.

[@shay4ojibwa638]

⁠Mary Beth is a big no for me.

[@newgal1918]

You are so right about her compassion. I do the same thing for my dogs, even when they're deaf. I've heard others say that if a dog is anxious, trying to calm them is useless. I don't subscribe to that. I know my dogs feel my energy and kindness, and compassion goes a long way.

[@petermickelsen7922]

Here and there he his tail starts wagging his tail . you are a gifted and perceptive lady. Wonderful.

[@karenbellini2240]

Love the way you work with these anxious dogs. Thanks for all you do. He looks gorgeous. 🐕❤️

[@slkshewolf]

as a former groomer myself, I appreciate your techniques and overall learning the dog's cues. I have always told people that I was extra cautious of smaller dogs than bigger dogs. I found bigger dogs tell you what they're going to do long before they do it. I'm still trying to work the math of a Newfie and Mini Poodle....

[@PeachWookiee]

Daddy was the Mini Poodle, while Mommy was the Newfie. That’s the only way it’d work.

[@Cloverkitty]

Dad got a step stool out, obviously lol

[@babisjo]

😅😅😅

[@jeno264]

True, and me too 🤣😳💖💖

[@BooFlo62]

someone had a ladder

[@wisecoconut5]

Vanessa, you make "dog whisperers" look like amatures. The pig tails, by the way, are great! 😊

[@jeffhughes6167]

I was really hoping that Vanessa’s hair would be brought up, because she is so adorable !!!

[@romaniwijesiri7977]

I love how she transforms these gorgeous fluffies ❤ into happy doggies. It makes me laugh how whilst the groomer is shaving the matted hair, the dogs themselves yawn and fall asleep😂. True spa day

[@jesperhouken8075]

Love ❤ the Pippi Longstocking hair. Great job on the dog. Glad to see you are able to assist those more difficult dogs 😊

[@TOP4YFunniestAnimals]

Let's take a moment to truly appreciate this remarkable woman, Vanessa. Not only does she fearlessly take on the task of grooming dogs that others might shy away from, but she also approaches her work with an incredible level of compassion and care. She speaks to these dogs in the most soothing tones, using phrases like "good boy" and "good girl," creating an environment of comfort and trust. Her ability to connect with these animals on such a profound level is truly heartwarming and inspiring.

[@unicornsprinkles3103]

Not only is she giving this dog much needed tlc but with her gentleness and patience she’s also retraining him to enjoy the experience or not see it as a bad thing which can make his grooming so much better for other groomers and for the dog ❤❤

[@amybourget6046]

You did an amazing job. He looks so adorable. ❤

[@czeller66]

I absolutely love, LOVE, how you are so compassionate and empathetic to every single dog. I have watched other groomers and some of them are just so frustrated with the owners, whether it’s neglect or lack of finances or maybe the owners are disabled and don’t really have anyone to help them, and as a result they take their frustration out on the dog by not being compassionate or not showing empathy and that’s really sad. It’s not the dogs fault, the dog should always be treated the way you treat them, with compassion and empathy. You treat the dogs so wonderfully. Blessings to you and what you do, you are absolutely wonderful. You are a lovely human being and always treat the dogs fantastically. ❤️😘🤟

[@GamerplayerWT]

Currently owning a labradoodle, I can verify this video is 100% correct for many doodle breeds.

[@homesteadgal4143]

We have TWO Labradoodles...or should I say TWO Labradoodles have us.....🤣 We do our own grooming which began when the "C" virus hit. One doodle was young and had not experienced a groomer visit, only us. We struggled with her at first but patience, verbal reassurance, and a "break" of grooming into 2 sessions helped a great deal. Having the proper equipment is a must!

[@kierafyles5245]

Cavapoochon owner - I absolutely concur! My pint sized psycho has been expelled from 3 groomers so far, but we are finally making progress. Only taken 4 and a half years! He gets muzzled for everyone's safety & it seems to have calmed him, too.

[@daphneglasurus7886]

As a doodle owner who pays attention to their need for grooming, do you think doodles aren’t anxious being groomed if they’ve been properly prepared; start as 8 week old puppies and have it done every 2-3 months? Because as a non-doodle owner in pet care for over 10+ years, it feels like the owners aren’t properly preparing their doodles for the reality of grooming their entire life. I’m just curious if you think a well prepared doodle isn’t anxious getting groomed or are they anxious no matter what, even though they do it as often as is recommended?

[@homesteadgal4143]

@@daphneglasurus7886 Excellent point! You might be right about that hunch. I was told to brush daily when the Doodles were pups. Our first Doodle went to the groomers at around 5 months and I got a good report from the groomer, although he was slightly matted, even w/ the brushing. We decided then and there to do 6 week intervals and to keep his length short. We do this still as it's much easier to groom him. He never had ear or paw issues. The younger Doodle still doesn't like her front paws messed with (even nail trimming). Her gold star is earned when trimming around her face...she is a perfect statue for us. At our place, if we groom one, we have to groom the other one. It's a "club" thing, I suppose. 😂

[@LegendHold1]

@@daphneglasurus7886 - I would say this is a must with ALL puppies, but doodles, poodles, and non-shedding dogs particularly because they absolutely MUST be clippered or stripped. Double coated breeds like collies, shelties, the northern breeds, shepherds, and chowchows....absolutely need to get used to a LOT of brushing early on. Most people who get doodles because they are non-shedding do not realize that non-shedding does not mean, no coat care required...it actually means TONS of coat care required. Acceptance to handling feet and doing nails as well as grooming in general starts at birth and especially handling feet needs to happen before 4 WEEKS old. As a breeder of a double coated breed, I do supper puppy exercises up until 12 days old...then wait until ears and eyes are open and fully engaged (about day 20-21) before I start with toys, brushing, nail trims, with human nail clippers to get those puppy points off for mom's comfort, as well as to start that grooming training. I find a lot of doodle breeders are not doing those early puppy handling and early puppy stimulation correctly. Sound sensitive puppies are often a result of a very chaotic or noisy environment when the puppies eyes and ears are just starting to open. If you are breeding dogs who's primary purpose is as a nice pet, these early puppy stimulation and handling exercises are essential to produce a non-anxious, bomb proof pet.

[@SusieDaw-ix6pv]

Thank you to the camera operator. WE wouldn't be able to watch so easily without you!❤

[@R-A-Allan]

What a beautiful baby bear! And how well behaved considering how stressful he finds grooming. Absolutely wonderful 😀😍🤗❤❤❤

[@marilynbolton4415]

He is being so good, thank you for your care and gentleness with this beautiful dog 🐩 WOOF 🎉❤

[@cl5378]

It amazes me at how patient you are with these big monsters. I love big fluffy dogs. Barney is a beautiful dog. Thank you for all you do.

[@parryyotter]

Barney not Bernie

[@cl5378]

@@parryyotter sorry, I heard Bernie, corrected.

[@thepixiepicker111]

I'm the third adopter on record for my crazy doodle who was found on the streets, or what we assume is a doodle. I haven't done a DNA test on him but he is identical to Barney! Identical! (minus a few pounds) And my guy, Potter, is nervous through his groom but a good boy until you put wind on his face or mess with his front feet. He's a lot better behaved at groomings since I've had and worked with him, but because he was familiar with the groomer who handled him when he was in rescue, I've driven over 30 minutes to take him to that same groomer. Now we live two hours away and I still take him to that groomer. They rarely have to muzzle him anymore. I will never give up on him like his previous three owners did and appreciate so much that I have a groomer I can take him to. Also, Potter is one of those dogs that does need to have his ears plucked. When it starts to grow long inside he injures himself scratching with his back paws and has had a hematoma from shaking his head so much because his ears itched. The infection was so bad when he was found on the streets that they couldn't get near him, he went straight Redzone. They tried sedating him several times, but his adrenaline was through the roof. He wound up going into seizures and they had to send him home without looking at his ears. They got smart the next attempt and sedated him before leaving for the vet to keep his adrenaline down and they were finally able to treat him. Probiotics, plain low-fat yogurt with every meal, and plucking (that he lets me handle now) has kept all bacteria and yeast infections away for over three straight years. One less thing for the groomer to worry about.

[@rehanrassi9410]

She is an amazing groomer and love her talking through her videos

[@ryanehlis426]

😂oh my the biting at the air was quite funny 😂 dogs are so funny sometimes

[@AlbertusMagnus_44]

“Significantly more relaxed when someone is petting his head.” Yup. We all are. 🤣🤣🤣

[@denaadams6818]

I’ve been a vet tech over 30 years. You’re right about the ear cleaning vets won’t know exactly what’s going on if they see a clean ear. You do a really good job at doing problem dogs. You have very good skills at communicating with dogs and understanding what they say or how they feel. I’m impressed. I’ve been a subscriber to your first channel for a while and I get your tictoc vids too. I guess I just didn’t realize this was a second channel. I hit the subscribe button tonight. Maybe others are in the same mindset. Thanks for a reminder. ❤

[@cmpvariety1764]

So I'm curious though, cleaning out infected ears like that wouldn't that be painful for the dog anyway? I mean if the ears are raw inside wouldn't it hurt them to get their ears cleaned like that though? That's why I wouldn't do it personally. I never thought about the vet wanting to see what's going on but yeah I don't think I'd want to hurt a dog like that.

[@willowoahh]

@@cmpvariety1764little late, but it depends. I'm not a vet, but i want to and have done a lot of shadowing and summer work. Depending on the type and severity of the infection, some dogs actually thoroughly enjoy the ear clean because they're very itchy and it's like finally scratching the itch. For some dogs, it is painful, maybe to the point of needing to muzzle to clean it, but there's not much else to do. If the ear is infected, it will only get worse if it's left untreated. I recently saw a LGD with ears that had been infected for 3+ years without treatment and the dog's ears were so horribly infected that no treatment was working anymore and he was almost, if not completely deaf. So yea, sometimes it does hurt but there isn't much else to do besides treat the infection to make it not hurt ^^

[@ahahahah9079]

i have a question for you about being a vet tech. I am currently in college to get my undergrad, but being a vet isn’t something that I fully believe I want to do, but being a vet tech seems more suited for me. Do you have any advice? My mom says I should just become a full veterinarian but I just don’t know. Thank you!

[@omargosh]

Thanks @denaadams6818 for answering my question, since in the video she trailed off after "if anything, it actually ..." and I'm like "it actually what?!", haha. But after reading your comment, yeah, makes sense that trying to clean out an infected ear might remove material that might better inform a diagnosis (not to mention I'd think it'd be more of a medical issue in the first place, rather than something your typical groomer would/should be expected to resolve).

[@louniece1650]

​@@omargoshExactly.

[@donnahutchins5877]

I love how you take the dog’s likes and dislikes into consideration. Also love how you talk to the dogs

[@sandyscats4]

His face! He looked like one of the Beatles ❤❤

[@Trinity25Apr]

He absolutely knew she was doing something good for him so he tolerated the noisy nippy thing in her hand.She reads canines better than most read books. I hadn't realised this was a secondary channel but I've subscribed to this one too as requested 😊

[@caseyleichter2309]

These grooms of difficult dogs seem to be as much therapy for the dog as grooming session. Your patience, sensitivity to/ability to read the minutiae of their body language, and gentleness, combined with the joy and relief of having their mats and dirt removed, must give them a great sense of relief and validation. You're a gift and a blessing to them!

[@Ambienfinity]

Well done, he was clearly terrified initially.

[@charleneblake1146]

You are one tiny brave woman. But your calmness and love of your job, seem to put the dogs at ease!!!

[@gaylaroof612]

As i watch him being shaved, i can't help but to think it feels really good to be free of the mats. Vanessa is THE dog whisperer!😊❤

[@LightMyStar]

Every time I watch "doodle" grooming videos, I'm more and more convinced that I made the right choice in picking a good Poodle breeder. Everything anyone would want in a doodle, they can get in a Poodle, with a much less liklihood of these behavior issues.

[@maps3321]

Amen!!

[@nancylipson4433]

Thanks so much for that. My mom bred, trained and showed poodles in the 1950s; I don’t think that people appreciate the efforts of AKC breeders vs folks breeding any poor quality dog to another for a designer mutt…at exorbitant prices. This groomer is simply stellar. ⭐️⭐️

[@skinandbonesx]

Honestly I don’t think doodle owners are helping in any way. The type of people that get doodles are the type of ppl that like the idea of a dog, not necessarily all the work that comes with one. Someone that picks a poodle has shown they’ve done research and imo are more likely to be taking better care of their dog overall

[@rdred8693]

@@skinandbonesx I work in a dog day care, and yes, this is true. I cannot stand "doodles" and their owners. Give me a Poodle anyday!

[@chemuk4]

We dont like you either lol @@rdred8693

[@elleg7317]

Im glad you mentioned you have 2 youtube channels. I was subscribed to only one. You do so much work for these animals. I love the videos❤

[@camel-rider11862]

It’s always incredibly entertaining watching this groomer and her incredible way of handling an anxious dog. Good job!

[@spicycrabbae9352]

I could see the dog visibly relaxing at some point and becoming more trusting that’s awesome. Good job as always!!

[@paulcaskey]

I watch a Doodle that was feet sensitive. I incorporated rubbing his feet with belly rubs and now he actually falls asleep when you rub his feet.

[@carolynharris6837]

I like the way you talk about what your doing instead of playing loud music like your patients

[@angelabennett8245]

I hope you read this comment. I think you do a great job grooming all your pet clients. You are like a dog and cat whisperer. I have been watching your videos for a while now, and I know that you care. I also watch other groomers videos beside yours and I have discovered that pet groomers are very special people. All of you really care. Thank you for your great videos.

[@DST975]

Love watching you at work with tricky 🐶customers, I have learned so much about dogs and their non verbal cues from watching your channel ❤

[@Seahawkess]

Me, too!❤

[@nancystarkey2916]

I agree

[@guppy0536]

I always kick myself if i miss her posts

[@elizabethannegrey6285]

I just love the way Vanessa communicates with the dog the whole time, and with absolute kindness redirects stressed behaviour. A really interesting channel.

[@JOHN----DOE]

I would guess the communication is key. How would you like someone doing a lot of scary, unknown procedures on YOU without saying a word?

[@Dany-yi5rz]

Yes, she is way more considerate and gentle than a lot of groomers on YT. Really nice and interesting to watch.

[@brooklynellisrnsanecmd4887]

I had to add--- too cute with the drying!!!😂😂😂 He put up with it all- good boy even though he snapped..... He did well👌

[@user-yn3pd1ii6v]

Yupe

[@dawnkurtz9541]

He did very well. In a few more grooms, he will most likely get over his fears. Nice job!

[@lizzy9975]

My head is still trying to grapple with how a Newfoundland and a Mini Poodle found love.......

[@danielleking262]

I think this dog has to win for the grinchiest feet! I loved the bit where she asked for his paw and he's like "huh?" and she was like "okay, forget it, ignore me" lol *EDIT: omg the air chomps at the dryer were cracking me up!!!! 😂

[@dragonflyviz6546]

You are amazing....dog owners are very lucky to have you groom their dogs,

[@user-kk5lq5ir6k]

There was once a chihuahua (male) and a great dane (female) in the same yard. The female was in heat. The owners saw the chi jump up on the picnic table while the great dane backed up to the table and a breeding took place. You do a great job.

[@serahloeffelroberts9901]

My friend had a Rottie puppy who was only 10 months old when he dug his way into the run where the bigger and older female Rottie in heat was kept and they mated. He was lucky because she had a reputation of beating up unwanted suitors. They remained a couple all their lives.

[@paulastenavage1785]

I appreciate how Vanessa talks to the dogs by saying good boy or good girl in a soothing voice .

[@NoMoreHeroesAnymore1334]

He's a sweet baby! Nervous, but trying so hard to be a good boy! I'm excited to see his OMG I FEEL BETTER zoomies at the end! Re: Scratching where you just shaved--I do a similar thing to my cats when I pull off a stickerburr, rub the area after and fuss over their bravery and awesomeness. Now they'll come to me, I swear, and lay with their stickerburrs prominently displayed in the hopes I'll remove them. Unsure if they really like the relief of no more stickerburr or they just like being fussed over, but I'll take it XD

[@donneverae3050]

So much fun watching the dogs running around the backyard after their session.

[@calli.catastrophe]

despite the struggles and all the moving and such, and the difficulties for him, that cut looks ABSOLUTELY GORGEOUS on him....I bet he's the talk of the town with that look now. What a sweetheart deep down though....he didn't WANT to be upset...he's just had a rough go of being groomed previously....he looked very grateful by the end of it....and I can't blame him.

[@rachelmm05]

This dog was very well behaved overall😊...This grooming session kinda reminds me of how some adults label kids saying they are bad, wild and out of control yet when another adult watches them they are mannerly, respectful and show little to no signs of agression. 😊

[@lindathompson8100]

I have been grooming for 45 years and techniques and cleaning and plucking ears has dramatically changed. I also found out through the years that not plucking for most dogs is the way to go. I even went against most veterinarian's opinions 20 years ago who used to say always pluck but now they are teaching in vet school and not to do that.

[@looloo4029]

Could you please advise me as to an alternative? I have in my care a Murray River Retriever. Very similar to the American Water Spaniel in photos I have seen. She gets very greasy ears and I feel like I need to pluck them out.

[@jenniferlynn3537]

Why not just clip the hair to 1/8 inch instead of plucking? Any greasiness still trapped can easily be addressed with ear cleaning solution. When I was a teen, my family had a poodle who developed ear infections. I’m the one who ended up administering the greasy ointment and tending to his ears thereafter. Using scissors to clip away the offending hair worked just fine.

[@lindathompson8100]

@@looloo4029 I would advise just keeping the hair on the outside of the ear and as much of the inside as you can very short in cleaning them regularly. It sincerely does help to keep the infections at bay

[@meekyw.4010]

All in all he's so sweet!

[@Beany87]

I would keep him shaved he is GORGEOUS!

[@t.m.i.1245]

As a career groomer myself. I appreciate you showing people though these videos what these special pup client appointments entail. You do perfectly in handling these pets, assessing their behaviors and skin/ coat conditions and decisions on grooming choices. Wonderful job💯‼🐾 Pet owners generally have no idea the level of care and passion for this type of work requires. These videos help them understand. It's not always an easy job, but very rewarding.

[@margaretcolquhoun4111]

Another great video! I adopted an 11-year-old standard poodle cross and can verify many of them are crazy. That girl bit me so many times, enough to draw blood, when I approached her with a brush or normal grooming tools that I gave up. I still have scars 12 years later from her. Eventually, she allowed me to cut her hair a little at a time with tiny embroidery scissors two inches per side per night. She had the worst haircut in existence, but she was no longer matted and nobody else had to run the risk of being bitten. (And yes, I had considered returning her, but who else would want an elderly girl like her who bit with intent?!) She was a good girl otherwise.

[@MeadowDay]

You are a good person to persevere and give her a good home…not many would 🥰

[@KC._.1116]

The worst hair cut in existance lmfAO i wish i could see

[@patirvin-bz9pg]

Bless you. Embroidery scissors. Such loving patience.

[@UncleverCarapace]

That's the hardest part of animals that are "dangerous" for any number of reasons. Very few of them are just vicious and aggressive, they all have a reason for acting the way they do. But their behavior makes it really hard to care for them the way they deserve, and a lot of people aren't up for the challenge. Most people would have returned your doodle girl, and she likely would have been put down. Instead, you approached her with care and patience and went at her pace.

[@luimargarza6859]

A smidgen of Benadryl might have calmed things down...

[@francescaschrick5449]

I’ve been grooming 17 years ! You are great!!!!!

[@kimdawkins7074]

Great lady. Really knows her job.😊 great dog 🐕

[@GamerplayerWT]

And it’s not just that she needed to trim out the matting with the #7 blade on the clippers, but we also get a really good look at his skin which can have issues if the matting has been pulling at his skin for some time. This is why avoiding matting is sooooo important.

[@AspasiaB]

I feel like there should give some sort of Grinchiest Paws award at the end of the year.

[@stephaniemasonbrink8392]

‘Don’t ask me how that happens…’ 😂😂😂😂That was EXACTLY my first thought when you gave the mix! ❤

[@phylliscorona4732]

I think he looks great, for all the drama, I think it takes patients and the love of dogs😊